Words with the letter S

The letter S is one of the most powerful and versatile tiles in Scrabble, even though it’s worth just 1 point. Its strength lies in its ability to pluralize nouns and create new verb forms, instantly turning words like cat into cats or jump into jumps for easy points. Because only four S tiles exist in the game, each one is highly valuable and should be used strategically. Players often hold onto an S until they can use it to build multiple words at once—such as hooking it onto the end of one word while forming another perpendicular word in the process.

To use the letter S effectively, look for opportunities to extend existing words and create compound or parallel plays. For example, adding S to train to form trains while simultaneously building so, sit, or sun can multiply your score across the board. It’s also an excellent letter for setting up or capitalizing on premium scoring squares, especially if you can connect multiple words in a single turn. Though low in point value, the letter S is a strategic powerhouse in Scrabble, capable of turning modest plays into high-scoring moves when used with precision and planning.

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Word	Scrabble© Points	WWF Points
butteriest	14	14
butterless	15	15
buttermilks	23	23
butternuts	16	16
butters	11	11
butterscotch	24	24
butterscotches	26	26
butterweeds	19	19
butterworts	18	18
buttes	10	10
buttheads	16	16
butties	11	11
buttinski	18	18
buttinskies	20	20
buttinsky	20	20
buttles	12	12
buttocks	19	19
buttonballs	21	21
buttonbush	21	21
buttonbushes	23	23
buttoners	14	14
buttonholers	20	20
buttonholes	19	19
buttonhooks	22	22
buttonless	16	16